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King Slayer: Book 2 (Witch Hunter #2)
by Virginia BoeckerThe usurperElizabeth Grey's former master Blackwell, now revealed as terrifying dark wizard, has crowned himself King of Anglia.The healerAnd little did she expect that handing over the powers of her stigma to save the life of the boy she loves would change him beyond all recognition.The assassinWith only her own strength and skill to rely on now, can Elizabeth hope to overcome Blackwell?And must she sacrifice herself in the attempt?
The Kingdom
by Amanda StevensDeep in the shadowy foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains lies a dying town...My name is Amelia Gray. They call me The Graveyard Queen. I've been commissioned to restore an old cemetery in Asher Falls, South Carolina, but I'm coming to think I have another purpose here.Why is there a cemetery at the bottom of Bell Lake? Why am I drawn time and again to a hidden grave I've discovered in the woods? Something is eating away at the soul of this town-this withering kingdom-and it will only be restored if I can uncover the truth.
A Kingdom Divided
by Tracie J. PetersonSet in the time of King Henry IV, this is a historical romance of true love between a man and a woman and of God and how God uses both husband and wife to resolve a kingdom divided.
Kingdom of Ash and Briars: A Nissera Novel
by Hannah WestBristal, a sixteen-year-old kitchen maid, lands in a fairy tale gone wrong when she discovers she has elicromancer magic in her blood. Elicromancers are an ancient breed of immortal people, but only two remain in Nissera after a bloody civil war. Bristal joins the ranks of Brack and Tamarice without knowing that one of them has a dark secret . . . Tamarice is plotting a quest to overthrow the realm’s nobility and take charge herself. Together, Bristal and Brack must guard the three kingdoms of Nissera against Tamarice’s black elicromancy. There are cursed princesses to protect, royal alliances to forge and fierce monsters to battle—all with the hope of preserving peace. Building on homages to Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Jane Austen’s Emma and the Chinese legend of Hua Mulan, Hannah West makes a spectacular and wholly original debut.
Kingdom of The Blazing Phoenix (Rise of the Empress #2)
by Julie C. DaoThis fairy tale retelling lives in a mystical world inspired by the Far East, where the Dragon Lord and the Serpent God battle for control of the earthly realm; it is here that the flawed heroine of Forest of a Thousand Lanterns finally meets her match. An epic fantasy finale to that breathtaking and dazzling story. Princess Jade has grown up in exile, hidden away in a monastery while her stepmother, the ruthless Xifeng, rules as Empress of Feng Lu. But the empire is in distress and its people are sinking into poverty and despair. Even though Jade doesn't want the crown, she knows she is the only one who can dethrone the Empress and set the world right. Ready to reclaim her place as rightful heir, Jade embarks on a quest to raise the Dragon Lords and defeat Xifeng and the Serpent God once and for all. But will the same darkness that took Xifeng take Jade, too? Or will she find the strength within to save herself, her friends, and her empire? Set in an East Asian-inspired fantasy world filled with breathtaking pain and beauty, Kingdom of the Blazing Phoenix is filled with dazzling magic, powerful prose, and characters readers won't soon forget. Fans of Stealing Snow, Red Queen, and The Wrath and the Dawn will hungrily devour this page-turning read.
Kingdom of Claw: The Ashen Series, Book Two (The Ashen Series #2)
by Demi WintersReturn to the Kingdom of Íseldur, where enemies become lovers and dark secrets hide around each corner, the second novel in the Ashen series.In the aftermath of a harrowing journey, Silla Nordvig&’s dreams of a simple life have been shattered. Beaten, betrayed, and reeling from the revelation of her true name, she flees Kopa with Reynir Galtung, ruthless leader of the Bloodaxe Crew. But when they're forced into hiding together, Silla soon discovers that Rey has been keeping secrets of his own.Stuck in a shield-home with the murderous man she thought she knew, Silla forms a new plan: master the magic flowing through her veins to save her sister. But before she can do that, Silla must face her most formidable opponent yet—her own inner demons.Saga Volsik has nothing to lose. They&’ve murdered her family. Stolen her throne. And now they expect her to marry their son, but not if she can dismantle Queen Signe&’s plans first. The only problem? The handsome Zagadkian dignitary who knows far too many of her secrets.Silla and Saga will need to find the strength to step into their destiny and stop chaos from sweeping across the land. Meanwhile, dark threads continue to weave themselves through Íseldur as magic long thought dead begins to wake.
A Kingdom of Dreams (The Westmoreland Dynasty Saga #2)
by Judith McNaughtThe #1 New York Times bestselling author continues her evocative Westmoreland Dynasty Saga with this romance following two defiant hearts clashing over a furious battle of wills in the glorious age of chivalry.Abducted from her convent school, headstrong Scottish beauty Jennifer Merrick does not easily surrender to Royce Westmoreland, Duke of Claymore. Known as &“The Wolf,&” his very name strikes terror in the hearts of his enemies. But proud Jennifer will have nothing to do with the fierce English warrior who holds her captive, this handsome rogue who taunts her with his blazing arrogance. Boldly she challenges his will—until the night he takes her in his powerful embrace, awakening in her an irresistible hunger. And suddenly Jennifer finds herself ensnared in a bewildering web…a seductive, dangerous trap of pride, passion, loyalty, and overwhelming love.
A Kingdom of Dreams
by Judith McnaughtBestselling author Judith McNaught has written a novel sure to continue the success of Something Wonderful. A Kingdom Of Dreams is the tender, tempestuous story of a feisty Scottish beauty and the fierce English warrior she defies--and desires! Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved. Set in the late 1400's. Some explicit sex.
Kingdom of Exiles (The Beast Charmer #1)
by Maxym M. MartineauAssassin's Creed meets Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them in this gripping, epic fantasy romance trilogy.My heart wasn't part of the deal when I bargained for my life, But assassins so rarely keep their word.Exiled Charmer Leena Edenfrell is running out of time. Empty pockets forced her to sell her beloved magical beasts-an offense punishable by death-and now there's a price on her head. With the realm's most talented murderer-for-hire nipping at her heels, Leena makes Noc an offer he can't refuse: powerful mythical creatures in exchange for her life.Plagued by a curse that kills everyone he loves, Noc agrees to Leena's terms in hopes of finding a cure. Never mind that the dark magic binding the assassin's oath will eventually force him to choose between Leena's continued survival...and his own. The Beast Charmer Series: Kingdom of Exiles The Frozen Prince (coming early 2020)The Shattered Crown (coming late 2020)
The Kingdom of Freedom
by Najjar HassenThere once was a disillusioned country after a failed revolution... This is how the story of Salem, a young postman, waking from sleep with a strange nightmare, could begin. The Kingdom of Freedom tells of the initiatory quest of a young Tunisian destined to find his identity in an overturned society.
The Kingdom of Gods (The Inheritance Trilogy #3)
by N. K. JemisinThe incredible conclusion to the Inheritance Trilogy, from one of fantasy's most acclaimed stars. For two thousand years the Arameri family has ruled the world by enslaving the very gods that created mortalkind. Now the gods are free, and the Arameri's ruthless grip is slipping. Yet they are all that stands between peace and world-spanning, unending war.Shahar, last scion of the family, must choose her loyalties. She yearns to trust Sieh, the godling she loves. Yet her duty as Arameri heir is to uphold the family's interests, even if that means using and destroying everyone she cares for.As long-suppressed rage and terrible new magics consume the world, the Maelstrom -- which even gods fear -- is summoned forth. Shahar and Sieh: mortal and god, lovers and enemies. Can they stand together against the chaos that threatens?Includes a never before seen story set in the world of the Inheritance Trilogy.
Kingdom of Moonlight
by Josie LittonReaders were first captivated by the tantalizing kingdom of Akora in Josie Litton’s breathtakingDream Island. Now the legendary nation renowned for the strength of its warriors--and the allure of its women--faces a threat to its future. Only the forbidden passion between an outsider and its own young princess can determine its fate. . . . Kingdom of Moonlight It is the first trip abroad for Kassandra, the courageous princess of Akora. Enamored of all things English, the exotic beauty is eager to mingle with London society--and meet her first English gentleman. But the striking man she discovers in her brother’s home is quite the opposite of what she expected. Powerful and commanding as an Akoran warrior, he hardly resembles the sensitive knight she’d envisioned--yet he is exactly what she will need. For Kassandra’s journey is about to bring her face-to-face with both the man of her dreams and her most terrifying fear. . . .
Kingdom of Rebels and Thorns: The Aermian Feuds (The Aermian Feuds)
by Frost KayLong live the rebellion.Tasked with infiltrating the palace was supposed to be an easy job. When Sage's plans go south and one of her own betrays her, she finds herself captured by the crown. The cruel prince of Aermia thinks he has won, but the devastatingly handsome rogue has no idea who he is dealing with. By the time Sage is finished with him, the arrogant prince will be on his knees begging for mercy.Tehl Ramses does not have time to play games with pretty liars. Immortal monsters lurk at the borders of their land waiting for a chance to invade. His only key to figuring out how to stop the incoming war is the most infuriating, and alluring prisoner he has ever set eyes upon.Therein lies the trap. She's no saint, and he's no prince charming.If you can't get enough of books from Leigh Bardugo, Jennifer L. Arementrout, Laura Thalassa, Sarah J. Maas, Elise Kova, Holly Black, Tamara Pierce, then dive into a Kingdom of Rebels and ThornsThe Aermian Feuds series:- YA Epic Fantasy- Enemies to Lovers- Rags to Riches- Slow Burn Romance- Morally Grey Characters- Dragons- Royalty- Dark Fantasy
Kingdom of Shadow and Light: A Fever Novel (Fever #11)
by Karen Marie MoningMacKayla Lane faces the ultimate threat when war breaks out between the kingdoms of shadow and light, as the #1 New York Times bestselling Fever series races to an explosive revelation. <P><P>From the moment MacKayla Lane arrived in Dublin to hunt her sister’s murderer, she’s had to fight one dangerous battle after the next: to survive, to secure power, to keep her city safe, to protect the people she loves. The matter of who’s good and who’s evil can be decided by the answer to a single question: Whose side are you on? <P><P>Now, as High Queen of the Fae, Mac faces her greatest challenge yet: ruling the very race she was born to hunt and kill—a race that wants her dead yesterday, so they can put a pure-blooded Fae queen on the throne. But challenges with her subjects are the least of her concerns when an ancient, deadly foe resurfaces, changing not only the rules of the game but the very game itself, initiating a catastrophic sequence of events that have devastating consequences and leave Mac questioning everything she’s ever learned and everyone she’s ever loved. <P><P>Now begins an epic battle between Mortal and Fae, Seelie and Unseelie, would-be kings and would-be queens, with possession of the Unseelie King’s virtually unlimited power and the fate of humanity at stake. From the exquisite, deadly gardens of the High Queen’s court, to long-forgotten truths found in the Sacred Grove of Creation, from the erotic bed of her enigmatic, powerful lover to the darkest, seductive reaches of the Unseelie kingdom, Mac’s final journey takes her places no human has been before, and only one human could possibly survive . . . One who’s willing to sacrifice everything. <P><P><b>A New York Times Bestseller</b>
A Kingdom of Shadows
by Rina VasquezTHE THRILLING, ENEMIES TO LOVERS TIKTOK SENSATION!'This book is everything I wanted and more! Sometimes the second book of a series can be a hit or miss but this didn't disappoint in the slightest!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Nara and Darius' relationship is honestly funny and sweet and gripping all at the same time. Honestly never know what's going to happen with these two.'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'The world building is phenomenal and the characters are well developed and lovable!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ .........................................Nara set out to hunt dragons - now one dragon might be her only hope . . . Wanted by Queen Sarilyn and her army of Venators, Nara and Darius embark on a dangerous quest through the Screaming Forests. These lands are not a place for the faint of heart; evil monsters and perilous magic lurk in every shadow. They must reach the Isle of Elements, or forfeit everything they hold dear.But The Elven King who rules over these lands has other plans for this duo. They must solve puzzles, escape caverns, and fight wicked beings to fetch elemental stones hidden away in the Isle of Elements. As tempers flare and tensions between the duo rise, will the pressure tear them apart for good or push them together in ways neither could ever have imagined?
A Kingdom of Shadows
by Rina VasquezTHE THRILLING, ENEMIES TO LOVERS TIKTOK SENSATION!'This book is everything I wanted and more! Sometimes the second book of a series can be a hit or miss but this didn't disappoint in the slightest!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Nara and Darius' relationship is honestly funny and sweet and gripping all at the same time. Honestly never know what's going to happen with these two.'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'The world building is phenomenal and the characters are well developed and lovable!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ .........................................Nara set out to hunt dragons - now one dragon might be her only hope . . . Wanted by Queen Sarilyn and her army of Venators, Nara and Darius embark on a dangerous quest through the Screaming Forests. These lands are not a place for the faint of heart; evil monsters and perilous magic lurk in every shadow. They must reach the Isle of Elements, or forfeit everything they hold dear.But The Elven King who rules over these lands has other plans for this duo. They must solve puzzles, escape caverns, and fight wicked beings to fetch elemental stones hidden away in the Isle of Elements. As tempers flare and tensions between the duo rise, will the pressure tear them apart for good or push them together in ways neither could ever have imagined?
A Kingdom of Shadows
by Rina VasquezTHE THRILLING, ENEMIES TO LOVERS TIKTOK SENSATION!'This book is everything I wanted and more! Sometimes the second book of a series can be a hit or miss but this didn't disappoint in the slightest!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Nara and Darius' relationship is honestly funny and sweet and gripping all at the same time. Honestly never know what's going to happen with these two.'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'The world building is phenomenal and the characters are well developed and lovable!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ .........................................Nara set out to hunt dragons - now one dragon might be her only hope . . . Wanted by Queen Sarilyn and her army of Venators, Nara and Darius embark on a dangerous quest through the Screaming Forests. These lands are not a place for the faint of heart; evil monsters and perilous magic lurk in every shadow. They must reach the Isle of Elements, or forfeit everything they hold dear.But The Elven King who rules over these lands has other plans for this duo. They must solve puzzles, escape caverns, and fight wicked beings to fetch elemental stones hidden away in the Isle of Elements. As tempers flare and tensions between the duo rise, will the pressure tear them apart for good or push them together in ways neither could ever have imagined?
Kingdom of the Cursed (Kingdom of the Wicked #2)
by Kerri ManiscalcoFrom the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Stalking Jack the Ripper series comes the sizzling, sweepingly romantic sequel to Kingdom of the Wicked. <p><p> One sister. Two sinful princes. Infinite deception with a side of revenge . . . Welcome to Hell. <p><p> After selling her soul to become Queen of the Wicked, Emilia travels to the Seven Circles with the enigmatic Prince of Wrath, where she's introduced to a seductive world of vice. <p><p> She vows to do whatever it takes to avenge her beloved sister, Vittoria . . . even if that means accepting the hand of the Prince of Pride, the king of demons. <p><p> The first rule in the court of the Wicked? Trust no one. With back-stabbing princes, luxurious palaces, mysterious party invitations, and conflicting clues about who really killed her twin, Emilia finds herself more alone than ever before. Can she even trust Wrath, her one-time ally in the mortal world . . or is he keeping dangerous secrets about his true nature? Emilia will be tested in every way as she seeks a series of magical objects that will unlock the clues of her past and the answers she craves . . .
Kingdom of the Feared (Kingdom of the Wicked)
by Kerri ManiscalcoFrom the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Stalking Jack the Ripper series comes the steamy conclusion to Kingdom of the Wicked trilogy. Two curses.One prophecy.A reckoning all have feared. And a love more powerful than fate. All hail the king and queen of Hell. Emilia is reeling from a shocking discovery about her sister, Vittoria. But before she faces the demons of her past, Emilia yearns to claim her king, the seductive Prince of Wrath, in the flesh. She doesn&’t just desire his body; she wants his heart and soul—but that&’s something the enigmatic demon can&’t promise her. When a high-ranking member of House Greed is assassinated, damning evidence somehow points to Vittoria as the murderer. Now, Emilia will do anything to get to the bottom of these accusations against the sister she thought she knew. Together, Emilia and Wrath play a sin-fueled game of deception to solve the murder and stop the unrest that&’s brewing between witches, demons, shape-shifters, and the most treacherous foes of all: the Feared. Emilia was warned that when it came to the Wicked, nothing was as it seemed. But have the true villains been much closer all along? #1 New York Times bestselling author Kerri Maniscalco delivers sizzling romance, sexy secrets, and unexpected twists in this unforgettable conclusion to the Kingdom of the Wicked series! Suggested for ages 16 and up.
Kingdom of the Wicked Complete Trilogy
by Kerri ManiscalcoThe complete trilogy of Kingdom of the Wicked, Kingdom of the Cursed and Kingdom of the Feared, the sinfully sexy fantasy romance series by #1 New York Times bestselling Kerri Maniscalco.Two sisters. One brutal murder. A quest for vengeance that will unleash Hell itself . . .Emilia and her twin sister Vittoria are streghe - witches who live secretly among humans, avoiding notice and persecution. One night, Vittoria misses dinner service at the family's renowned Sicilian restaurant. Emilia soon finds the body of her beloved twin . . . desecrated beyond belief. Devastated, Emilia sets out to find her sister's killer and to seek vengeance at any cost-even if it means using dark magic that's been long forbidden.Then Emilia meets Wrath, one of the Wicked-princes of Hell she has been warned against in tales since she was a child. Wrath claims to be on Emilia's side, tasked by his master with solving the series of women's murders on the island. But when it comes to the Wicked, nothing is as it seems . . .----'Intoxicating' Elizabeth Lim'A fast-paced adventure steeped in a luscious and dark world' Chloe Gong
Kingdom's Dream: (Firebird:5) a captivating and enthralling Welsh saga that will stay with you forever
by Iris GowerIf you like Dilly Court, Rosie Goodwin and Kitty Neale, you will love this atmospheric, mesmerising and heart-wrenching saga from the pen of bestselling author Iris Gower.READERS ARE LOVING KINGDOM'S DREAM!"Totally engrossed from the minute you start reading" - 5 STARS"Excellent read. Another brilliant book from Iris Gower." - 5 STARS"Outstanding" - 5 STARS**********************************************************************************SECRETS AND LOVE AFFAIRS BRING TRAGEDY IN THEIR WAKE AMIDST THE WELSH HILLS...Lovely Katie Cullen is all alone in the world. Her mother has died, and Swansea is no fit place for a young girl on her own. The navvies who are building the new railway roam the streets on pay day looking for trouble, and the peaceful outskirts are transformed into a shanty town as the silver track wends its way to the town centre...So when Katie meets handsome Bull Beynon, the foreman of the railway builders, she falls in love with him at once and longs to be protected by him. But Bull has his own woman, the spirited Rhiannon...Katie and Rhiannon find that they are caught in a network of deception and deceit as their lives become intertwined...and no good can come from secrets and lies.Kingdom's Dream is the fifth novel in Iris Gower's Firebird series. The saga concludes in Paradise Park. Have you read Firebird, Dream Catcher, Sweet Rosie and Daughters of Rebecca where the story began?
The Kingmaker (All The King's Men #1)
by Kennedy RyanFrom beloved, RITA-award-winning author Kennedy Ryan comes the first in her gripping All the King's Men duology.In a world of haves and have-nots, Maxim Cade's family and their oil empire have it all…and he wants nothing to do with it. At odds with his mogul father, he's determined to build his own empire, even if it means traveling far from home, painted as the black sheep.Lennix Hunter is the exception to every one of Maxim's rules. At a protest for the oil pipeline that threatens to mar her ancestral land forever, they meet in a flurry of stars and sparks, and that one moment changes everything. But Maxim's family is the one stealing from hers, and his father is the man she hates most. He has to lie in order to have her once, and despite the truth, he'll do anything to keep her.Even though Lennix tries to hate Maxim, too, their hearts are pointed in the same direction. The inexorable pull between them, across miles and years, will not be denied.And neither will Maxim.
The Kingmaker Chronicles Complete Set (The Kingmaker Chronicles #0)
by Amanda BouchetThe complete USA Today bestselling trilogy The Kingmaker Chronicles!KINGDOMS WILL RISE AND FALL FOR HER...BUT NOT IF SHE CAN HELP ITPromise of Fire Catalia "Cat" Fisa lives disguised as a soothsayer in a traveling circus. She is perfectly content avoiding the danger and destiny the Gods—and her homicidal mother—have saddled her with. That is, until Griffin, an ambitious warlord from the magic-deprived south, fixes her with his steely gaze and upsets her illusion of safety forever. Griffin knows Cat is the Kingmaker, the woman who divines the truth through lies. He wants her as a powerful weapon for his newly conquered realm—until he realizes he wants her for much more than her magic.Breath of Fire The second in heart racing the series, the Gods are telling Cat that she's some sort of new Origin, which apparently means it's her job to give Thalyria a fresh start. Griffin crowned her with the symbols of the three realms...but If she's supposed to be not just a queen but the Queen, she'd better start acting like it.Heart on Fire The riveting conclusiong, Cat needs to learn how to trust in the Gods, in Griffin, and mostly in herself if she's going to united the kingdoms as rule Thalyria like her destiny calls. That's when true understanding thuds into place. Hope isn't just an abstract concept; it's her. She has the power of the Gods at her fingertips, and she's the only thing that has ever gotten in her way.Praise for the Kingmaker Chronicles: An NPR Best Book of 2016 A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of 2016 and 2017 An Amazon Best Book of 2016 and 2017 Amazon Best Book of the Month A Washington Post Best Romance of the Month A Bustle Best Romance of 2016A Barnes & Noble Bookseller PickReaders are raving about the Kingmaker Chronicles "A heart-pounding and joyous romantic adventure. Amanda Bouchet's talent is striking."—NALINI SINGH, New York Times bestselling author "Give this to your Game of Thrones fans."—Booklist STARRED Review "Utterly breathtaking!"—DARYNDA JONES, New York Times bestselling author "Bouchet sets the bar for high-concept fantasy romance. Simply brilliant."—Kirkus STARRED Review "Loved it!"—ELOISA JAMES, New York Times bestselling author "Absolutely fabulous."—C.L. WILSON, New York Times bestselling author of The Winter King "Easily my favorite book of 2016!"—Bookriot "Top-notch. A fantasy romance that will blow your chest plate off."—Adrian Lang, Amazon.com's Omnivoracious "I think you all should just go read it now."—Smexy Books
The Kingmakers: Vampire Empire:book 3 (Vampire Empire #3)
by Clay GriffithThe epic Vampire Empire trilogy rushes to a heart-wrenching conclusion of honor and love, hatred and vengeance, sacrifice and loss. A war to the death. Empress Adele has launched a grand crusade against the vampire clans of the north. Prince Gareth, the vampire lord of Scotland, serves the Equatorian cause, fighting in the bloody trenches of France in his guise as the dashing Greyfriar. But the human armies are pinned down, battered by harsh weather and merciless attacks from vampire packs. To even the odds, Adele unleashes the power of her geomancy, a fearsome weapon capable of slaughtering vampires in vast numbers. However, the power she expends threatens her own life even as she questions the morality of such a weapon. As the war turns ever bloodier and Adele is threatened by betrayal, Gareth faces a terrible choice. Their only hope is a desperate strike against the lord of the vampire clans-Gareth's brother, Cesare. It is a gamble that could win the war or signal the final days of the Greyfriar.
The Kingmaker's Daughter (The Plantagenet and Tudor Novels #Bk. 4)
by Philippa GregoryIn this New York Times bestseller that inspired the critically acclaimed Starz miniseries The White Queen, Philippa Gregory tells the tale of Anne Neville, a beautiful young woman who must navigate the treachery of the English court as her father, known as the Kingmaker, uses her and her sister as pawns in his political game.The Kingmaker's Daughter--Philippa Gregory's first sister story since The Other Boleyn Girl--is the gripping tale of the daughters of the man known as the Kingmaker, Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick: the most powerful magnate in fifteenth-century England. Without a son and heir, he uses his daughters, Anne and Isabel, as pawns in his political games, and they grow up to be influential players in their own right. At the court of Edward IV and his beautiful queen, Elizabeth Woodville, Anne grows from a delightful child to become ever more fearful and desperate when her father makes war on his former friends. Married at age fourteen, she is soon left widowed and fatherless, her mother in sanctuary and her sister married to the enemy. Anne manages her own escape by marrying Richard, Duke of Gloucester, but her choice will set her on a collision course with the overwhelming power of the royal family.